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# [The Worst Nightmare of a Techie: The Dunning-Kruger Effect](https://blog.viralparmar.me/the-worst-nightmare-of-a-techie-the-dunning-kruger-effect?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias that occurs when people with low ability in a particular domain overestimate their ability. This can be especially prevalent in the tech industry, where there is a constant influx of new information and p...

Jan 2, 2023 · 2 min read · blog.viralparmar.me  
Updated Mar 26, 2023  
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